Flying with a cat in the cabin
Apr 3rd, 2003, 03:19 PM
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We moved from Cincinnati to Buenos Aires and the two cats did fine in the cabin with us...even though they had to be in their bags for 16 hours. We chose to sedate them..it worked great for one he slept the entire time...the other fought it and was lethargic for about three days, but all in all just fine. Alos didnot have to buy a ticket just pay a fee. BTW some airlines won't take pets in the cabin on international travel.
Apr 11th, 2003, 07:43 AM
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I flew with a kitten, that I found in the middle of nowhere (Roseman Bridge)who was barely 2 months old from Madison County,Iowa to California. I used a hard-sided carrier. He was a perfect angel all the way home. I had an old t-shirt of mine with him.
Only problem was, he had the worse case of gas. The girl next to me (1st class drama queen) kept complaining everytime he did. I apologized but she continued to do so. I eventually tuned her out.
Turned out Madison was extremely sick, but with a lot of love, care and money he's now a very healthy chubby cat.
Only problem was, he had the worse case of gas. The girl next to me (1st class drama queen) kept complaining everytime he did. I apologized but she continued to do so. I eventually tuned her out.
Turned out Madison was extremely sick, but with a lot of love, care and money he's now a very healthy chubby cat.
Apr 11th, 2003, 08:12 AM
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Madison, I am sure that I am not the only person who has had the unpleasant experience of flying next to a Person with a gas problem, so I would not complain about a tiny little kitten
Although as you mention Drama Queen, they always do seem to book a few on each flight don't they? Almost as if there is some list that they are on, so the airline can distribute them evenly, no one gets to fly without one:lol
Although as you mention Drama Queen, they always do seem to book a few on each flight don't they? Almost as if there is some list that they are on, so the airline can distribute them evenly, no one gets to fly without one:lol
Apr 11th, 2003, 08:24 AM
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We have a Doberman, a Jack Russell and a Maine Coon.
The Maine Coon poots with much less frequency or volume, but makes up for it with odiferousness.
However, I'd still take a gassy cat over: (I've experienced ALL of these)
1.) Screaming baby
2.) Toddler in seat behind me intent on putting out my eye with a Power Ranger
3.) Large man snoring on me in last row of plane after eating terminal hot dog
4.) Infant with diapers being changed during 2 hour tarmac wait after apparent "gastrointestinal distress."
5.) Obsessive-compulsive man behind me kicking my seat rhythmically and humming "ohmmmm."
6.) Non-stop "Talking Granny" with chronic halitosis.
7.) Salesman Bob trying to pick me up.
8.) Drunken revelers going to someplace fun when I'm on a business trip. (OK! So maybe I'm just jealous.)
9.) ANY seat within 10 feet of a bathroom on any return flight from Mexico.
The Maine Coon poots with much less frequency or volume, but makes up for it with odiferousness.
However, I'd still take a gassy cat over: (I've experienced ALL of these)
1.) Screaming baby
2.) Toddler in seat behind me intent on putting out my eye with a Power Ranger
3.) Large man snoring on me in last row of plane after eating terminal hot dog
4.) Infant with diapers being changed during 2 hour tarmac wait after apparent "gastrointestinal distress."
5.) Obsessive-compulsive man behind me kicking my seat rhythmically and humming "ohmmmm."
6.) Non-stop "Talking Granny" with chronic halitosis.
7.) Salesman Bob trying to pick me up.
8.) Drunken revelers going to someplace fun when I'm on a business trip. (OK! So maybe I'm just jealous.)
9.) ANY seat within 10 feet of a bathroom on any return flight from Mexico.
Apr 11th, 2003, 10:33 AM
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Diana,
Strangely enough, i've encountered quite a bit of those as well. But, i'll add one.
10) Mary Kay cosmetics salesperson on way home from Mary Kay event, intent on selling unwanted Mary Kay products.
No gripe about the products per se, I just didn't want any.
Strangely enough, i've encountered quite a bit of those as well. But, i'll add one.
10) Mary Kay cosmetics salesperson on way home from Mary Kay event, intent on selling unwanted Mary Kay products.
No gripe about the products per se, I just didn't want any.
Apr 14th, 2003, 05:54 PM
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Scarlett Diana
After many years of flying on business you brought back lots of memories--albeit not all good!!!
Think I've met all those types also.
Never did bump in to a gassy cat though unless you count that 35 year old girl who must have had quite a night!!!!
Apr 14th, 2003, 09:11 PM
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This is one of the funniest posts I have read in a long time---
A glowing dog?!! LOL and Loki---sharing your cats peanuts with the cat peeing viedo--TOO TOO funny..
While I have a little dog, I am apprehensive to take her on a plane as I think she would freak- and CARGO--NEVER!!! She is way too precious to me.
I too would take a PET over a screaming kid ANYDAY!!
Pet friendly airline- buy one,get seat for pet free?!!! PERFECT!! Sign me up!
A glowing dog?!! LOL and Loki---sharing your cats peanuts with the cat peeing viedo--TOO TOO funny..
While I have a little dog, I am apprehensive to take her on a plane as I think she would freak- and CARGO--NEVER!!! She is way too precious to me.
I too would take a PET over a screaming kid ANYDAY!!
Pet friendly airline- buy one,get seat for pet free?!!! PERFECT!! Sign me up!
Apr 15th, 2003, 05:27 AM
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For the person who posted about a new business idea: there actually is a pet airline launching. Companion Air. They havent taken their first flight yet as I gather its a long wait for the regulatory board approvals. But it should be interesting once it launches.
Apr 15th, 2003, 05:34 AM
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I can just picture that airline/airplane.
Hydrants everywhere for the dogs to relieve themselves. Shops selling biscuits and bones instead of bagels and hotdogs. Instead of book stores, they will have all the squeaky toys and little pillows and balls with I LOVE NY on them.
Then there is the plane itself
Two seats on each side, one really wide to accomodate a large curled up hound or a couple of kitties who must fly together. In the front and in the back, a small room with a litter box and a hydrant. Attendants come around with trays of bottled water, bones and biscuits. Long wide aisles for those who still need to "go for a walk"....
and little doggie and cat blankets for overnight flights when the a/c is too much.
Pup says sign him up!
Apr 15th, 2003, 06:46 AM
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LOL, if only that was the way it was...dogs would be in heaven I'm sure. I think the dogs still have to be crated, are placed in the back of the plane, but you are free to "visit" them!Also, as flying permits, they will allow your "companion" out! And yes, I think they serve "doggie snacks"!
As long as my guy doesnt have to go into cargo, I'm interested!
As long as my guy doesnt have to go into cargo, I'm interested!
Apr 15th, 2003, 07:01 AM
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I remember a long time ago, we took a ship home from Hawaii and there were dogs in large kennels on board. The would be taken out and walked anytime they wanted, it was so cool
although it takes sooo much time and I get seasick, I think if I were moving to Europe, I would have to do it that way, to be sure Pup lived through the trip.
Apr 15th, 2003, 08:54 AM
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Hey Diana and Ann - you forgot one other:
Sitting in the center seat between two VERY LARGE people that are each taking one third of your seat, thus you are squished and look like you are having an epileptic seizure while merely attempting to take a sip of water!
Yep - I definitely deserved 2/3 of my fare back because I only got to use 1/3 of my seat!!!
Sitting in the center seat between two VERY LARGE people that are each taking one third of your seat, thus you are squished and look like you are having an epileptic seizure while merely attempting to take a sip of water!
Yep - I definitely deserved 2/3 of my fare back because I only got to use 1/3 of my seat!!!
Apr 15th, 2003, 09:34 AM
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Oh Ann, I feel your pain.
Scarlett, those people who hack and wheeze the whole time make me want to fly in a plastic bubble. Didn't their mamas teach them to cover their mouths?
Oh yeah, how could I forget them wlongman?
Even some people who are not overweight like to really S-P-R-E-A-D out and commandeer the armrests on both sides when you first get seated so ya have to sit there with your hands in your lap and your arms stuck to you ribs the whole trip.
Gang, we also forgot :
Teen listening to Marilyn Manson or other headbanger stuff on Walkman with cheap headphones allowing you to hear "Chemical Warfare, oh yeah, Chemical Warfare" for the duration.
Lady trimming nails - clip, clip, clip.
Two women having a long animated conversation about their physical maladies. "Well, my gynocologist said... blah blah blah."
Man telling his coworkers on flight to sales convention all about his new sportscar, golf game, big deal, new house, wife's implants, etc. etc. yada yada.
Oh, the pleasures of travel! Sign me up for Companion Air's first flight. The animals are better behaved.
Scarlett, those people who hack and wheeze the whole time make me want to fly in a plastic bubble. Didn't their mamas teach them to cover their mouths?
Oh yeah, how could I forget them wlongman?
Even some people who are not overweight like to really S-P-R-E-A-D out and commandeer the armrests on both sides when you first get seated so ya have to sit there with your hands in your lap and your arms stuck to you ribs the whole trip.
Gang, we also forgot :
Teen listening to Marilyn Manson or other headbanger stuff on Walkman with cheap headphones allowing you to hear "Chemical Warfare, oh yeah, Chemical Warfare" for the duration.
Lady trimming nails - clip, clip, clip.
Two women having a long animated conversation about their physical maladies. "Well, my gynocologist said... blah blah blah."
Man telling his coworkers on flight to sales convention all about his new sportscar, golf game, big deal, new house, wife's implants, etc. etc. yada yada.
Oh, the pleasures of travel! Sign me up for Companion Air's first flight. The animals are better behaved.
Apr 15th, 2003, 10:17 AM
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**The person that sits behind you and talks (loudly because his/her ears are plugged up) while everyone else on the plane is trying to sleep, with his light on!
My little cat is quiet, smells good, and never leaves the light on.
Apr 15th, 2003, 10:32 AM
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Friend and I were flying first class from Charlotte to Rome, Italy a couple of years ago. She broke one of her nails stowing her carryon. As soon as she gets the nail glue out and opens it, we hit a big pocket of turbulence, nail glue goes flying through first class managing to cover everyone and everything. Needless to say, everyone was pissed and complained about the smell for 8 hours.
Moral of the story? No nail glue on the plane.
Moral of the story? No nail glue on the plane.
